Graco AirMax 1310G, Instructions Manual

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INSTALLATION & PREPARATION
INSTRUCTIONS
Gasoline Engine
Review “Fire & Explosion Precautions” pg. 3, before
fueling.
Locate the Safety Decals on your unit and heed their
warnings.
Read the engine manual accompanying this air com-
pressor for correct engine start-up maintenance proce-
dures.
A minimum of 86 octane fuel is recommended for use
with this unit. Do not mix oil with gasoline.
Purchase fuel in quantities that may be used within 30
days. Use of clean, fresh lead free gasoline is recom-
mended. Leaded gasoline may be used if lead-free is
unavailable. Do not use gasoline containing methanol
or alcohol.
Check the engine oil level before starting the engine.
(See engine manual.)
Fill the fuel tank according to accompanying engine
manual instructions.
Refer to the engine manual for all necessary mainte-
nance and adjustments.
Pre-Start Checklist
1. Check oil level. Add if necessary.
2. Remove any moisture in the air compressor air tank.
Risk of bodily injury. Never attempt to open the Air Tank
Drain Valve when more than 10 PSI of air pressure is in
the air tank.
3. Remove excessive pressure with an air tool, then open
the Air Tank Drain Valve in the bottom of the air tank.
Close tightly when drained.
4. Make sure the engine switch is in the “OFF” position.
5. Make sure the safety relief valve is working correctly.
6. Make sure all guards and covers are in place and
securely mounted.
Do not alter or modify this equipment in any matter!
Incorrect operation of this unit can cause serious injury!